DDH １８１ ひゅうが

101210-N-2218S-014 PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 9, 2010) The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer Hyuga (DDH 181) is underway during Keen Sword 2011, a bilateral exercise designed to strengthen maritime capabilities between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Ryan Smith/Released)

DDH 181 ひゅうが

100511-N-4830B-017 YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 11, 2010) Sailors disassemble the flagstaff aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) after departing Yokosuka Naval Base as the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopter destroyer JS Hyuga (DDH 181) cruises in the background. George Washington is underway conducting sea trials in the western Pacific Ocean after a completing a selective restricted availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Danielle A. Brandt/Released)

100511-N-4830B-044 YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 11, 2010) The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopter destroyer JS Hyuga (DDH 181) sends morse code messages to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) via light signals as the ships depart Yokosuka Naval Base. George Washington is underway conducting sea trials in the western Pacific Ocean after a completing a selective restricted availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Danielle A. Brandt/Released)

100511-N-4830B-104 YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 11, 2010) An SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter from the Chargers of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 14, embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), flies near the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopter destroyer JS Hyuga (DDH 181). George Washington is underway conducting sea trials in the western Pacific Ocean after completing a selective restricted availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Danielle A. Brandt/Released)

アメリカ海軍ホームページに五月十一日付で、ひゅうがの写真がアップロードされていました。
合掌。

DD153 ゆうぎり

050503-N-4995T-074 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 3, 2005) – The Japanese Navy destroyer JDS Yuugiri (DD 153) pulls into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The purpose of this visit is to develop the seamanship and leadership skills of Japan's future leaders, as well as broadening the mutual understanding and friendship between the United States and Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Victoria A. Tullock (RELEASED)

DD101 むらさめ

050503-N-4995T-041 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 3, 2005) – The Japanese Navy destroyer JDS Murasame (DD 101) pulls into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The purpose of this visit is to develop the seamanship and leadership skills of Japan's future leaders, as well as broadening the mutual understanding and friendship between the United States and Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Victoria A. Tullock (RELEASED)

DD101 むらさめ

050503-N-4995T-046 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 3, 2005) – The Japanese Navy destroyer JDS Murasame (DD 101) pulls into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The purpose of this visit is to develop the seamanship and leadership skills of Japan's future leaders, as well as broadening the mutual understanding and friendship between the United States and Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Victoria A. Tullock (RELEASED)

DD101 むらさめ

050503-N-3019M-004 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 3, 2005) - The Japanese Navy destroyer JDS Murasame (DD 101) prepares to moor alongside the Japanese Navy training ship JDS Kashima (TV 3508) after entering Pearl Harbor for a three-day port visit. The Japanese Training Squadron is visiting Pearl Harbor to develop seamanship and leadership skills of Japan's future leaders, as well as broadening the mutual understanding and friendship between the United States and Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 3rd Class Ryan C. McGinley (RELEASED)

TV3508 かしま

050503-N-4995T-029 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 3, 2005) – Japanese Sailors man the rails as the Japanese Navy training ship JDS Kashima (TV 3508) pulls into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The purpose of this visit is to develop the seamanship and leadership skills of Japan's future leaders, as well as broadening the mutual understanding and friendship between the United States and Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Victoria A. Tullock (RELEASED)

TV3508 かしま

050503-N-4995T-005 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 3, 2005) – Japanese Sailors man the rails as the Japanese Navy training ship JDS Kashima (TV 3508) pulls into Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The purpose of this visit is to develop the seamanship and leadership skills of Japan's future leaders, as well as broadening the mutual understanding and friendship between the United States and Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Victoria A. Tullock (RELEASED)

DDH142 ひえい DD106 さみだれ

060725-N-7981E-005 Pacific Ocean (July 25, 2006) - Naval vessels fell into ranks for a photo exercise at the conclusion of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2006. RIMPAC trains U.S. allied forces to be interoperable and ready for a wide range of potential combined operations and missions. Eight nations participated in RIMPAC, the world's largest biennial maritime exercise. Conducted in the waters off Hawaii, RIMPAC brings together military forces from Australia, Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman James R. Evans (RELEASED)

DDH142 ひえい

060705-N-0641S-139 Pearl Harbor (July 5, 2006) - The JDS Hiei (DDH 142) from the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force departs Pearl Harbor in support of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2006 exercises. Eight nations are participating in RIMPAC, the world’s largest biennial maritime exercise. Conducted in the waters off Hawaii, RIMPAC brings together military forces from Australia, Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason C. Swink (RELEASED)

DD106 さみだれ

060705-N-0641S-058 Pearl Harbor (July 5, 2006) - The JDS Samidare (DD 106) from the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force departs Pearl Harbor in support of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2006 exercises. Eight nations are participating in RIMPAC, the world’s largest biennial maritime exercise. Conducted in the waters off Hawaii, RIMPAC brings together military forces from Australia, Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason C. Swink (RELEASED)

DD106 さみだれ

060705-N-8629M-138 Pearl Harbor (July 5, 2006) - Japan ship JDS Samidare (DD 106) departs from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to participate in exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC). Eight nations are participating in RIMPAC, the world's largest biennial maritime exercise. Conducted in the waters off Hawaii, RIMPAC brings together military forces from Australia, Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rebecca J. Moat (RELEASED)

パールハーバー停泊中の海上自衛隊艦艇（写真中央上）

060701-N-8157C-291 Pearl Harbor (July 1, 2006) - An aerial view of ships involved with Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2006. Eight nations are participating in RIMPAC 2006, the world's largest biennial maritime exercise. Conducted in the waters off Hawaii, RIMPAC 2006 brings together military forces from Australia, Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Class Dennis C. Cantrell (RELEASED)

DD109 ありあけ

060623-N-8157C-102 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (June 23, 2006) - The Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force ship JDS Ariake (DD 109) pulls into Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port call before starting Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2006. Eight nations are participating in RIMPAC, the world's largest biennial maritime exercise. Conducted in the waters off Hawaii, RIMPAC brings together military forces from Australia, Canada, Chile, Peru, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class Dennis C. Cantrell (RELEASED)

SS くろしおクラス

060625-N-9486C-002 Pearl Harbor (June 25, 2006) - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine Kuroshio enters Naval Station Pearl Harbor. Commander, Submarine Squadron One is hosting the submarine during their stay as part of RIMPAC 2006. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 1st Class Cynthia Clark (RLEASED)

SH-60J

060322-N-7981E-014 Pacific Ocean (March 22, 2006) - A Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) H-60J helicopter carrying Destroyer Squadron Nine, Commodore, Capt. Jeff Harley, lifts off from the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), during a passing exercises (PASSEX). Lincoln, Carrier Strike Group Nine and the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force are currently conducting an officer exchange program as part of PASSEX. PASSEX demonstrates the U.S. Navy’s ability to work with forces in the region to carry out combined operations. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman James R. Evans (RELEASED)

DDG174 きりしま DDG171 はたかぜ DD102 はるさめ

060323-N-6074Y-154 Pacific Ocean (March 23, 2006) - Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) JDS Hatakaze (DDG 171), JDS Kirishima (DDG 174), Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63) and JDS Harusame (DD 102) sail in formation during a passing exercise (PASSED). Lincoln spent three days conducting exercises with JMDSF and took part in an officer exchange program as part of a passing exercise. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are currently on a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder (RELEASED)

DDG174 きりしま DDG171 はたかぜ DD102 はるさめ

060323-N-6074Y-123 Pacific Ocean (March 23, 2006) - Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) JDS Hatakaze (DDG 171), JDS Kirishima (DDG 174), Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63) and JDS Harusame (DD 102) sail in formation during a passing exercise (PASSED). Lincoln spent three days conducting exercises with JMDSF and took part in an officer exchange program as part of a passing exercise. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are currently on a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder (RELEASED)

DDG174 きりしま DDG171 はたかぜ DD102 はるさめ

060323-N-6074Y-103 Pacific Ocean (March 23, 2006)- Guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63), Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) JDS Harusame (DD 102), Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), JDS Hatakaze (DDG 171) and JDS Kirishima (DDG 174) change formation during a passing exercise (PASSEX). Lincoln spent three days conducting exercises with JMDSF and took part in an officer exchange program as part of a passing exercise. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are currently on a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder (RELEASED)

DDG174 きりしま DDG171 はたかぜ DD102 はるさめ

060323-N-6074Y-080 Pacific Ocean (March 23, 2006) – The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63), the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) JDS Kirishima (DDG 171), JDS Harusame (DD 102), JDS Hatakaze (DDG 171) and JDS Kirishima (DDG 174) sail in formation during a passing exercise (PASSEX). Lincoln spent three days conducting exercises with JMDSF and took part in an officer exchange program as part of a passing exercise. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are currently on a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder (RELEASED)

DDG174 きりしま DDG171 はたかぜ DD102 はるさめ

060323-N-6074Y-063 Pacific Ocean (March 23, 2006) – The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) JDS Kirishima (DDG 174), guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63), JDS Hatakaze (DDG 171), and JDS Harusame (DDG 171) sail in formation during a passing exercise (PASSEX). Lincoln spent three days conducting exercises with JMDSF and took part in an officer exchange program as part of a passing exercise. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are currently on a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder (RELEASED)

DD102 はるさめ

060323-N-6074Y-064 Pacific Ocean (March 23, 2006) – The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) JDS Harusame (DD 102) sails ahead during a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Nimitz-class aircraft USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln spent three days conducting exercises with JMDSF and took part in an officer exchange program as part of a passing exercise. Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are currently on a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class M. Jeremie Yoder (RELEASED)

SH-60J

060322-N-7981E-015 Pacific Ocean (March 22, 2006) - A Japan Maritime Self Defense Force SH-60J helicopter carrying Commander Destroyer Squadron Nine (CDS-9), Capt. Jeff Harley, departs the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln Carrier Strike and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force are currently conducting an officer exchange program as part of a Passing Exercise in the Western Pacific area of operations. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman James R. Evans (RELEASED)

AOE423 ときわ

060315-N-0857F-008 Arabian Sea (March 15, 2006) - Japanese oiler JDS Tokiwa (AOE 423) pulls away from the guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) after an underway replenishment (UNREP). This replenishment made Decatur the Japan Maritime Self Defense ForceUs (JMSDF) 600th customer. JMSDF routinely provides fuel to U.S. Navy and coalition ships forward deployed to the region in support of the global war on terrorism. U.S. Navy photo by Cryptologic Technician Collection 3rd Class Ryan C. Finkle (RELEASED)

DD107 いかづち

060124-N-0794J-001 Japan (Jan. 24, 2006) – The guided-missile frigate USS Gary (FFG 51) and Japanese Maritime Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JDS Ikazuchi (DD 107) sails in formation, while conducting a multilateral passing exercises (PASSEX) off Japan’s Eastern Coast. The U.S. Navy and the JMSDF initiative between Destroyer Squadron One Five and Escort Division One are aimed at increasing interoperability and friendship. U.S. Navy photo by Aviation Warfare Systems Operator 3rd Class Joseph Jirdina (RELEASED)

SS おやしおクラス

060130-N-3019M-006 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Jan. 30, 2006) - The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine Defense Ship (JDS) Oyashio, lead submarine of the Oyashio class, navigates through the Pearl Harbor channel. Oyashio will be conducting exercises and training with the U.S. Navy in the Pearl Harbor region. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Ryan C. McGinley (RELEASED)

DD111 おおなみ

051115-N-8492C-141 Pacific Ocean (Nov. 15, 2005) - The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JDS Onhami (DD 111) sails in formation with other JMSDF ships and ships assigned to the USS Kitty Hawk Carrier Strike Group. The Kitty Hawk Carrier Strike Group is currently conducting the bilateral Annual Exercise 2005 (ANNUALEX) with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. ANNUALEX focuses on improving the military-to-military relationship between the U.S. and Japan. The purpose of ANNUALEX is to improve bilateral interoperability, defend Japan against maritime threats and to improve capability for surface warfare, air defense and undersea warfare. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Todd Cichonowicz (RELEASED)

DDG173 こんごう

051115-N-8492C-125 Pacific Ocean (Nov. 15, 2005) - The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JDS Kongou (DDG 173) sails in formation with other JMSDF ships and ships assigned to the USS Kitty Hawk Carrier Strike Group. The Kitty Hawk Carrier Strike Group is currently conducting the bilateral Annual Exercise 2005 (ANNUALEX) with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. ANNUALEX focuses on improving the military-to-military relationship between the U.S. and Japan. The purpose of ANNUALEX is to improve bilateral interoperability, defend Japan against maritime threats and to improve capability for surface warfare, air defense and undersea warfare. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Todd Cichonowicz (RELEASED)

DD112 まきなみ

050609-N-5384B-009 Pacific Ocean (June 9, 2005) - A Sailor assigned to Deck Department aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 70) watch as the Japanese Maritime Self Defense (JDS) ship JDS Makinami (DDG 112) pulls alongside during a passing exercise between the U.S. and Japanese naval forces. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is currently conducting readiness training in support of the Navy's Fleet Response Plan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin R. Blake (RELEASED)

DD112 まきなみ

050609-N-5384B-006 Pacific Ocean (June 9, 2005) - The Japanese Maritime Self Defense (JDS) ship JDS Akebono (DDG 109) pulls into formation during a passing exercise between the U.S. and Japanese naval forces. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is currently conducting readiness training in support of the Navy's Fleet Response Plan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin R. Blake (RELEASED)

ＤＤＧ175 みょうこう

050609-N-5384B-007 Pacific Ocean (June 9, 2005) - The Japanese Maritime Self Defense (JDS) ship JDS Myoko (DDG 175), foreground, sails in formation along with the USS Shiloh guided missile cruiser (CG 67), rear, during a passing exercise between the U.S. and Japanese naval forces. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is currently conducting readiness training in support of the Navy's Fleet Response Plan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin R. Blake (RELEASED)

ＳＨ-６０Ｊ

050609-N-5384B-004 Pacific Ocean (June 9, 2005) - An HH-60H Seahawk assigned to the "Saber Hawks" of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light Four Seven (HSL-47) and a Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force SH-60B Seahawk helicopter fly pass the guided missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a passing exercise between the U.S. and Japanese naval forces. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is currently conducting readiness training in support of the Navy's Fleet Response Plan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin R. Blake (RELEASED)

ＤＤＧ１７５ みょうこう

050609-N-5384B-003 Pacific Ocean (June 9, 2005) - The Japanese Maritime Self Defense (JDS) ship JDS Myoko (DDG 175), foreground, sails in formation along with the guided missile cruiser USS Shiloh (CG 67), rear, during a passing exercise between the U.S. and Japanese naval forces. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is currently conducting readiness training in support of the Navy's Fleet Response Plan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin R. Blake (RELEASED)

ＤＤ112 まきなみ

050609-N-0499M-314 Pacific Ocean (June 9, 2005)- The Japanese Maritime Self Defense (JDS) force vessel JDS Makinami (DDG 112) steams ahead as Arleigh Burke-Class guided missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) follows in formation during a passing exercise with Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is currently at sea conducting readiness training in support of the Navy's Fleet Response Plan (FRP). U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class James R. McGury (RELEASED)

DD123 しらゆき

050419-N-7526R-017 Yokosuka, Japan (April 19, 2005) - The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer Shirayuki (DD 123) travels through Yokosuka Bay as a Sailor aboard USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) lowers the Ensign, during the shifting of colors as the ship gets underway. Blue Ridge recently completed Final Evaluation Problem (FEP). FEP is designed to demonstrate the ship's ability to conduct multiple simultaneous combat missions, support functions and service complex casualty control simulations under stressful conditions. Blue Ridge is the U.S. Seventh Fleet command ship. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist Seaman Apprentice Marc Rockwell-Pate (RELEASED)

パールハーバー停泊中の海上自衛隊艦艇（写真右上）

040630-N-2911P-004 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (June 30, 2004) - Ships from seven participating nations sit pier side at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, awaiting the start of exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2004. RIMPAC is the largest international maritime exercise in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. This years exercise includes seven participating nations; Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States. RIMPAC is intended to enhance the tactical proficiency of participating units in a wide array of combined operations at sea, while enhancing stability in the Pacific Rim region. U. S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class (NAC) John T. Parker (RELEASED) For more information go to: http://www.cpf.navy.mil/RIMPAC2004/

DD154 あまぎり

040702-N-6932B-033 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (July 2, 2004) — Japanese war ship JDS Amagiri (DD 154) sits moored at Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. There are currently four Japanese ships in Pearl Harbor, participating in the multi-national maritime exercise Rim of the Pacific 2004 (RIMPAC). RIMPAC is the largest international maritime exercise in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. This year’s exercise includes seven participating nations; Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, South Korea, United Kingdom and United States. RIMPAC is intended to enhance the tactical proficiency of participating units in a wide array of combined operations at sea, while enhancing stability in the Pacific Rim region. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Richard J. Brunson (RELEASED) For more information go to: http://www.cpf.navy.mil/RIMPAC2004/

DD154 あまぎり DDG169 あさかぜ DD105 いなづま

040702-N-4304S-081 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (July 2, 2004) - Japanese destroyers, JDS Amagiri (DD 154), left, JDS Asakaze (DDG 169), center, and JDS Inazuma (DD 105), right, sit pierside at Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The ships are participating in this year's Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. RIMPAC is the largest international maritime exercise in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. This year’s exercise includes seven participating nations; Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, South Korea, United Kingdom and United States. RIMPAC is intended to enhance the tactical proficiency of participating units in a wide array of combined operations at sea, while enhancing stability in the Pacific Rim region. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Bradley J. Sapp (RELEASED) For more information go to: http://www.cpf.navy.mil/RIMPAC2004/

DD105 いなづま

040625-N-8157C-066 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Jun. 25, 2004) – The Japanese destroyer JDS Inazuma (DD 105) passes Hospital Point in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, during arrival honors prior to the multinational maritime exercise "Rim of the Pacific 2004" (RIMPAC). RIMPAC is the largest international maritime exercise in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. This years exercise will include seven participating nations; Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, South Korea, Britain and the United States. RIMPAC is intended to enhance the tactical proficiency of participating units in a wide array of combined operations at sea, while enhancing stability in the Pacific Rim region. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Dennis C. Cantrell (RELEASED)

DDH141 はるな

040625-N-8157C-053 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (June 25, 2004) – The Japanese destroyer JDS Haruna (DDH 141) passes Hospital Point in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, during arrival honors prior to the multinational maritime exercise "Rim of the Pacific 2004" (RIMPAC). RIMPAC is the largest international maritime exercise in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. This years exercise will include seven participating nations; Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, South Korea, Britain and the United States. RIMPAC is intended to enhance the tactical proficiency of participating units in a wide array of combined operations at sea, while enhancing stability in the Pacific Rim region. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Dennis C. Cantrell (RELEASED)

DD122 はつゆき

040515-N-1194D-001 Shimoda, Japan (May 15, 2004) - Japanese tall ship Nippon Maru and a Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) ship anchor just outside Shimoda during the 65th Shimoda Black Ship Festival commemorating the 150th anniversary of Commodore Matthew Perry's opening of the Japanese port. In 1854, Japan was opened to the western world, which contributed significantly to its rapid modernization. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Patrick Dille (RELEASED)

DD155 はまぎり

040504-N-3019M-007 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 4, 2004) - A Pearl Harbor line-handler watches as the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) destroyer JDS Hamagiri (DD 155) prepares to dock. Three ships assigned to the JMSDF arrived in Pearl Harbor for a three-day port visit to broaden mutual understanding and friendship between the countries. Crew members assigned to the ships will lay wreaths at the USS Arizona Memorial, Makiki Japanese Naval Graveyard and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist Seaman Ryan C. McGinley. (RELEASED)

TV3508 かしま

040504-N-3019M-004 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 4, 2004) - Japanese Sailors aboard the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) training vessel JDS Kashima (TV 3508) stand in ranks after docking in Pearl Harbor. Three ships assigned to the JMSDF arrived in Pearl Harbor for a three-day port visit to broaden mutual understanding and friendship between the countries. Crew members assigned to the ships will lay wreaths at the USS Arizona Memorial, Makiki Japanese Naval Graveyard and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist Seaman Ryan C. McGinley. (RELEASED)

DDG172 しまかぜ FFG1７５ みょうこう DD155 はまぎり SS584 なつしお

030228-N-3612M-010 White Beach Port Facility, Okinawa, Japan (Feb. 28, 2003) - A busy day for the White Beach Port Facility in Okinawa, Japan as the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Japanese Maritime Defense Force (JMSDF) ships Shimakaze (DDG 172), Myoukou (DDG 175), Hamagiri (DD 155), Natusio (SS 584), USS Juneau (LPD 10), and USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) sit moored in port. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class James G. McCarter. (RELEASED)

DDG172 しまかぜ FFG1７５ みょうこう DD155 はまぎり SS584 なつしお

030228-N-3612M-009 White Beach Port Facility, Okinawa, Japan (Feb. 28, 2003) - A busy day for the White Beach Port Facility in Okinawa, Japan as the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Japanese Maritime Defense Force (JMSDF) ships Shimakaze (DDG 172), Myoukou (DDG 175), Hamagiri (DD 155), Natusio (SS 584), USS Juneau (LPD 10), and USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) sit moored pierside. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class James G. McCarter. (RELEASED)

DDG172 しまかぜ FFG1７５ みょうこう DD155 はまぎり SS584 なつしお

030228-N-3612M-007 White Beach Port Facility, Okinawa, Japan (Feb. 28, 2003) - A busy day for the White Beach Port Facility in Okinawa, Japan as the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Japanese Maritime Defense Force (JMSDF) ships Shimakaze (DDG 172), Myoukou (DDG 175), Hamagiri (DD 155) and Natusio (SS 584) sit moored pierside. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class James G. McCarter. (RELEASED)

DDG172 しまかぜ FFG1７５ みょうこう DD155 はまぎり SS584 なつしお

030228-N-3612M-006 White Beach Port Facility, Okinawa, Japan (Feb. 28, 2003) - A busy day for the White Beach Port Facility in Okinawa, Japan as the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Japanese Maritime Defense Force (JMSDF) ships Shimakaze (DDG 172), Myoukou (DDG 175), Hamagiri (DD 155) and Natusio (SS 584) sit moored pierside. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class James G. McCarter. (RELEASED)

DDG172 しまかぜ FFG1７５ みょうこう DD155 はまぎり SS584 なつしお

030228-N-3612M-001 White Beach Port Facility, Okinawa, Japan (Feb. 28, 2003) - A busy day for the White Beach Port Facility in Okinawa, Japan as the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Japanese Maritime Defense Force (JMSDF) ships Shimakaze (DDG 172), Myoukou (DDG 175), Hamagiri (DD 155) and Natusio (SS 584) sit moored pierside. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class James G. McCarter. (RELEASED)